Hope in Gaza as 300 couples get married at one time
The 300 couples were selected in a draw of nearly 2,000 people to be a part of the joint celebration.
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Notable Quotes
"The celebration was bringing hope for change for displaced Gazans."
— Thekra al-Masri , Activist
"Blessed one are those who bring two hearts together in marriage."
— Hamza , Other
"This joyful day marks the beginning of our life together."
— Asma , Other
"I was surprised when they told me that I will be part of the wedding."
— Fayez Al Namer , Other
"Her story resonated deeply within the community, highlighting the fragility of life and the pervasive sense of loss amidst moments that should have been filled with joy."
— Hala Darwish , Other
Key People
A mother who lost her son at the protests.
A Palestinian who lost both legs in the conflict and participated in the wedding.
An 18-year-old bride tragically shot dead amidst ongoing conflict.
A Palestinian who recently got married during a mass wedding event.
Former President of the United Arab Emirates and ruler of Abu Dhabi.
One of the brides participating in the mass wedding celebration in Gaza.
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The 300 couples were selected in a draw of nearly 2,000 people to be a part of the joint celebration.
A charity-sponsored mass wedding ceremony for 300 brides and grooms was held near Al-Aqsa Hospital in Deir el-Balah, attended by newlyweds, their families, and the local community.
The UAE organized a mass wedding for 300 couples in Gaza as part of the Gallant Knight 3 campaign, aiming to deliver joy and new beginnings to lives affected by conflict in the enclave.
A charity-sponsored mass wedding ceremony for 300 Palestinian brides and grooms took place near Al-Aqsa Hospital in Deir el-Balah, symbolizing hope and resilience within the community.
Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 organized the second mass wedding, 'Thoub Al Farah 2' (Garment of Joy), in Deir Al Balah, bringing together 300 brides and grooms with support from the Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation.
The UAE's Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 organized the second mass wedding, 'Thoub Al Farah 2' (Garment of Joy), in Deir Al Balah, bringing together 300 brides and grooms with support from the Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation.
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